Debussy's joyful Arabesque's No. 2 (pianist Duane Hulbert) ABRSM Grade 8 C2 2023 2024

[@anabelclarke8003]

Lovely! Beautifully played. Your piano sounds amazing.

[@andsnwhit]

The joy definitely comes through. As usual, the notes add a lot to my understanding of the piece. Keep these videos coming!

[@LearnLoveMusic]

Thanks! We'll be taking a break after next week but will resume Sept. 1. Thanks for your comments!

[@benebacher2470]

What a beautiful yet energetic piece. Great performance Duane!

[@LearnLoveMusic]

Thanks so much!

[@davi_duck]

This was a treat! I also love the first Arabesque! Such a beautiful pair of pieces.

[@LearnLoveMusic]

I agree. We did a video on the first Arabesque a while ago. It's a magical piece. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWTUl61tqa2GaJY

[@laiyinquan8355]

I really appreciate Debussy giving two different themes to his arabesques. One makes you feel at peace with its tranquility, like you walking in a meadow while the sun is just beginning to rise. Then, once the warmth of the sun makes its presence known, the other piece makes you feel like you're frolicking without a care in the world, being in the moment and enjoying the scenery, perhaps even playing catch with your dog in the fields. Truly sublime.

[@stephenbruce2600]

Beautiful piece 👏👏👏👏

[@LearnLoveMusic]

I agree. Makes a person happy to hear it.

[@jacnicholson5131]

Technical question - are the brackets around the arpeggiated chord bars 5,6 etc indicating not to play in an arpeggiated manner? Lovely playing, thank you!